Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Low (2007–2011) vs Honda NT700V (2007–2011)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Low (2007–2011) Honda NT700V (2007–2011)RC59
Oil change n/a 8,000 mi
Valve service n/a n/a
Spark plugs n/a 8,000 mi
Chain n/a n/a
Brake fluid n/a n/a
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Low (2007–2011) or the Honda NT700V (2007–2011)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.